1973 Nissan Violet vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 925 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Violet | 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Violet | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |